06/17/2026
The farm taught me seasons.
Motherhood taught me patience and purpose.
Pottery is teaching me rhythm.
This new chapter as a production potter is about more than making ceramics—it’s about participating in a local economy of care. Small-scale manufacturing reconnects people to the things they use every day and to the hands that make them.
In a world of mass production, I believe there is power in making locally, intentionally, and sustainably.
The jigger-jolly you see me using here has been a huge design process and learning curve. While some see machinery as the opposite of handmade, I see it as an extension of the maker’s hands—a tool that allows for greater consistency and efficiency while still requiring skill, judgment, and craftsmanship at every stage.
For production potters, it’s also an important step toward sustainability in the studio. Repetitive wheel throwing can take a significant toll on the body over time (adding in the physical demands of the farm and lifting small humans around), and the jigger-jolly helps reduce that physical strain, making it possible to continue making for years to come. It supports the longevity of both the craft and the craftsperson.
To me, this is what thoughtful micro-manufacturing looks like: using appropriate tools to create high-quality, locally made goods without sacrificing the human connection at the heart of the work.
…and yes I’m still and always learning 🫶🏻
